BALI, INDONESIA
Friday, March 22 - Saturday, March 23
In this land of rice terraces, volcanoes, and 20,000 temples, the main destination is the stunning 17th-century royal temple complex of Pura Taman Ayun, surrounded by a lotus-filled moat, giving it the feel of a garden sanctuary. On Day 2, enjoy the road-less-traveled charms of northern Bali, and explore Bali Barat National Park, featuring brilliant coral reefs, mangrove forests, and wildlife that includes over 160 different bird species.
SURABAYA, INDONESIA
Sunday, March 24
From Buddhist temples to Arab quarters, you will notice the vast differences in architecture as you explore the city. Highlights include the Sampoerna Museum, built in Dutch colonial style, and the Grand Mosque, with exquisite blue and green mosaic titles atop the pyramid-shaped roof and dome.
SEMARANG, INDONESIA
Monday, March 25
A major port during the Dutch colonial era, the city has a large ethnically Chinese population. It is your gateway to the mountainous interior of Central Java and the world-famous Borobudur Temple.
SEMINARS-AT-SEA
Tuesday, March 26
While onboard, along with enjoying the many amenities and countless shipboard activities aboard the ship, you’ll participate in insightful and enlightening seminars and panel discussions with your distinguished faculty.
SINGAPORE, SINGAPORE
Wednesday, March 27 - Thursday, March 28
Embrace exotic sights and sounds as you stroll or ride a trishaw through Chinatown, the Arab Quarter, or Little India. Shop along famous Orchard Road, embark on a night safari at the Singapore Zoo, and enjoy a Singapore Sling at the world-famous Raffles Hotel bar.
SEMINARS-AT-SEA
Friday, March 29
While onboard, along with enjoying the many amenities and countless shipboard activities aboard the ship, you’ll participate in insightful and enlightening seminars and panel discussions with your distinguished faculty.
HO CHI MINH CITY, VIETNAM
Saturday, March 30 - Sunday, March 31
Ho Chi Minh, formerly known as Saigon, is Vietnam's largest and most famous city, with beautiful French architecture and a bustling coffee shop, craft beer, and street food scene. Must-see sites to visit include Notre Dame Cathedral Basilica, modeled on the original in Paris, the War Remnants Museum, Cu Chi Tunnels, and the Ben Thanh Market.
NHA TRANG, VIETNAM
Monday, April 1
Nha Trang is situated in Vietnam's southern Champa Kingdom along the Song Cai River. Its stunning setting is ringed by verdant hills surrounding a turquoise bay dotted with tropical islands. Explore ancient Cham Towers just outside the city, each revealing details of the unique culture of the Chams.
SEMINARS-AT-SEA
Tuesday, April 2
While onboard, along with enjoying the many amenities and countless shipboard activities aboard the ship, you’ll participate in insightful and enlightening seminars and panel discussions with your distinguished faculty.
SIHANOUKVILLE, CAMBODIA
Wednesday, April 3
Think beaches and snorkeling, as Sihanoukville sits on the beautiful island-studded Bay of Thailand. Wats, or Buddhist temples, are abundant, as seen at Wat Otres behind Otres Beach. There are even two wats in Ream National Park, a birdwatcher's paradise.
BANGKOK, THAILAND
Thursday, April 4 - Friday, April 5
Founded as a small trading center on the banks of the Chao Phraya River in the 14th century, Bangkok is now a modern metropolis famous for its traffic jams. Its legendary attractions include the Temple of the Reclining Buddha, the Grand Palace, and a boat ride through one of its floating markets.